Systems guidance: Get Information about Schools (GIAS)

What is GIAS?

Get Information About Schools (GIAS) is a public website used by teachers, parents, and others to find key information about schools and trusts. This includes:

• Special Educational Needs (SEN) details
• Opening dates
• Pupil capacity
• Contact details
• Governance and leadership information
• Trust characteristics

Schools are responsible for keeping their GIAS records up to date. Updates are made via DfE Sign-in.

Common enquiries

1. How do I update GIAS?
2. What is the process for making a significant change?

3. Why did I/my colleague receive the latest DfE Update

    

1. How do I update GIAS?

Schools can update their records by logging into the GIAS website via DfE Sign-in.

Helpful advice and tips for updating individual or bulk records are available in the guidance and FAQ pages.

Note: Some changes may require DfE approval. If you're unable to make a change, contact support with your organisation name, UKPRN and details of the changes you wish to make.

2. What is the process for making a significant change?

To make a significant change (e.g. school name, governance structure), follow the significant change process.

3. Why did I/my colleague receive the latest DfE Update?

The DfE Update is sent to the following roles as listed on GIAS:

• Headteacher
• Accounting Officer
• Chief Financial Officer
• Chair of Trustees

You can share the Update with colleagues. They can also register for web alerts to receive email notifications when new editions are published on GOV.UK.

Need support?

If you continue to experience issues, contact your organisation’s approver or visit the DfE Sign-in help pages.

If you have a specific query about that is not covered by this information or the guidance, please contact us using the Customer Help Portal.